5 NHL stars who will be next for a major contract extension
(BVM) – There was plenty of excitement surrounding the Edmonton Oilers this season, coming off a Stanley Cup Final run, but it received an added boost on Tuesday with the announcement of Leon Draisaitl signing a new contract with the organization.
The 28-year-old forward received an 8-year, $112-million deal, giving him the highest average annual value ($14 million) in NHL history. Draisaitl would have been a free agent following the 2024-25 season.
Now that the rumors surrounding the star playmaker are gone, which other players across the league will receive major contract extensions in the near future?